Socrates

Quagliarella anticipato di poco

Felipe lascia perdere.

Sono pur sempre esseri umani e l'eventuale partenza di Conte sarebbe un brutto colpo per l'ambiente.

Troppi errori.

Tiro sballato di Asamoah.

Ma non é che la squadra giá sa che Conte andrá via alla fine di questa stagione? Spiegherebbe la mancanza di voglia della squadra.

L'arbitro non ci fischia mai un fallo a favore.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) HT 0-1: Drogba shocks Juventus Oct 2, 2013 Didier Drogba pounced on a defensive howler to give Galatasaray a shock half-time lead at the Juventus Stadium after Mirko Vucinic limped off. http://markting10.nl/ Carlos Tevez shook off an ankle injury to start with Mirko Vucinic, while Andrea Pirlo returned after he was rested for the Turin Derby. Galatasaray sacked Coach Fatih Terim due to a 6-1 defeat to Real Madrid and a contract dispute, so Roberto Mancini made his debut just two days after signing a three-year contract. Having barely even met the squad, he dropped Burak Yilmaz in favour of lone striker Didier Drogba, ex-Inter man Wesley Sneijder and former Juve flop Felipe Melo. Hamit Altintop and Eray Iscan missed out. The pressure was on Juventus to win after a surprise 1-1 draw away to FC Copenhagen, but it was a relatively cagey start. Paul Pogba attempted an audacious overhead kick from Arturo Vidal’s cross, but barely made contact with the ball. Gigi Buffon needed quick reactions and used his foot to deny a Drogba strike at the base of the near post, as the ex-Chelsea man was going to score from the tightest of angles. Bruma also tested Buffon, though this smother was simple. http://markting10.nl/ Vucinic ran on to a wonderful Pirlo ball over the top, but stumbled and then collapsed clutching the back of his leg. The Montenegrin limped off for Fabio Quagliarella, while in the same move Semih Kaya also picked up an injury. Quagliarella could easily have won a penalty with practically his first touch, as he prodded a Tevez pull-back wide from close range due to a shove in the back by fellow substitute Gokhan Zan. Tevez and Stephan Lichtsteiner shots were charged down in the box, as the Bianconeri began to pile on the pressure. http://markting10.nl/ However, just as Juve seemed ready to find the breakthrough, it was Galatasaray who opened the scoring. Leonardo Bonucci’s dismal backpass was intercepted by Drogba and Buffon came tearing out, but the Ivorian kept his cool to deposit into an empty net. It was Drogba’s third career goal past Juventus and for the fifth time this season conceded the first goal. Tevez fought back immediately, his scorching strike on the turn whistling just wide, but Sneijder also volleyed well over from a promising position. Kwadwo Asamoah’s powerful effort was straight at ex-Lazio goalkeeper Fernando Muslera and Quagliarella did the same when redirecting Lichtsteiner’s cross from point-blank range. Juventus 0-1 Galatasaray (Half-Time) Scorers: Drogba 36 (G) JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Vucinic (Quagliarella 26), Tevez GALATASARAY: Muslera; Riera, Chedjou, Semih Kaya (Gokhan Zan 25), Eboue; Felipe Melo, Selcuk Inan; Bruma, Sneijder, Hakan Balta; Drogba Ref: Kassai (HUN)

Speriamo.

Juventus molto sbiadita, ci dobbiamo svegliare.

Quagliarella gira ma in bocca a Muslera.

Vidal perde e poi recupera il pallone.

Grinta Tevez!

Gran tiro di Tevez ma fuori bersaglio.

Errore di Bonucci e goal di Drogba 0-1

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Line-ups: Juventus-Galatasaray Oct 2, 2013 Carlos Tevez has shaken off an ankle injury to start with Paul Pogba, as Juventus host Roberto Mancini’s Galatasaray. http://markting10.nl/ The Champions League Group B game kicks off in Turin at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT). The Bianconeri have one point after their 1-1 draw away to Copenhagen, while the Istanbul club lost 6-1 to Real Madrid. That result and a contract dispute prompted Galatasaray to fire Fatih Terim and Mancini signed a three-year contract on Monday, so this will be his debut on the bench. Ex-Fiorentina, Inter and Manchester City Coach Mancini admitted it was a “happy coincidence” his first game should be on Italian soil against Juventus and his former City star Tevez. http://markting10.nl/ There were fears Tevez would not be able to play tonight after he emerged from the Turin Derby with a swollen and bleeding ankle, but he has shaken off that problem to take his place in the starting XI alongside Mirko Vucinic. Andrea Pirlo returns following a rest against Torino, so Pogba pushes Claudio Marchisio on to the bench. Galatasaray are without Hamit Altintop and Eray Iscan, but Wesley Sneijder and Didier Drogba are fit to start. Ex-Juventus midfielder Felipe Melo and former Lazio goalkeeper Fernando Muslera also step out in Turin. The Istanbul side have not won in their 10 visits to Italy, picking up just four draws. They played Juventus twice in Turin, earning a 2-2 stalemate in 1998-99 and losing 2-1 in 2003-04. JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Vucinic, Tevez Juventus bench: Storari, Ogbonna, Peluso, Isla, Marchisio, Llorente, Quagliarella GALATASARAY: Muslera; Riera, Chedjou, Semih Kaya, Eboue; Felipe Melo, Selcuk Inan; Bruma, Sneijder, Hakan Balta; Drogba Galatasaray bench: Ufuk Ceylan, Gokhan Zan, Sabri Sanoglu, Engin Baytar, Burak Yilmaz, Umut Bulut, Amrabat.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Juventus News – CL Full Force, Mancini & Melo Speak Oct 2, 2013 Europe calls again, amici. Let’s hope that this time, Juventus answer the challenge to their full, formidable capabilities. http://markting10.nl/ Before the group stage began, many of us expressed hope that Juve would start this year’s campaign firing on all cylinders. Unfortunately, last month’s cosmically (and comically) frustrating draw in Copenhagen (talk about firing… and firing… and firing…) immediately made things “interesting” for our Bianconeri. The margin of error decreased by two precious points. Now, hosting a CL match for the first time this season — and with back-to-back matches with Real Madrid up next—the Bianconeri simply must win on Wednesday evening. Nothing less will do. Their opponents, Galatasaray, find themselves in a far more precarious position — which could very well make them more dangerous. Spanked 6-1 by Real Madrid on the first matchday after playing a superior first half, the Super Lig kings’ poor European form has been mirrored by domestic troubles, as they find themselves in 10th place. To make things even more ambiguous, Galatasaray number among them our old, frequently unhinged friend, Felipe Melo. http://markting10.nl/ This week saw another plot twist (a very interesting one for Juventini), as the reeling Turkish champions replaced their manager with none other than our old Inter nemesis and recent coach of Carlos Tevez, Roberto Mancini. As if Juve (and Carlito) needed extra motivation… And we haven’t even mentioned the return of Felipe Melo. Welcome to another Champions League edition of STTBS! Juve Lineup for CL: Full Force XI Having rotated his squad in the last few weeks often to the detriment of Juve’s attack, Antonio Conte is leaving nothing to chance for Galatasaray. The XI fielded on Wednesday evening will be the best, most physically fit “quality” players available. http://markting10.nl/ First, the no-brainers: Gigi Buffon will start in goal, shielded by Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini. On the wings, Kwadwo Asamoah and the indefatigable Stephan Lichtsteiner will provide the optimal attacking threat. Andrea Pirlo will once again preside over the central midfield after sitting out this past weekend’s Torino Derby. Arturo Vidal will patrol the pitch as per usual, hopefully adding a goal for good measure. According to various reports from Italy, Paul Pogba will edge out Claudio Marchisio for the last midfield spot, since Pogba remains on fire and Claudio is understandably not fully 100-percent since returning from injury. Up top, Carlos Tevez has reportedly “recovered” from his nasty ankle injury from a nasty Ciro Immobile tackle (way to make an impression on your other half, Ciro). Those same reports from Italy have him slated to start, although he didn’t train on Monday, and Conte is monitoring him right up to the last minute (see below). Mirko Vucinic is said to be narrowly favored over Fabio Quagliarella for Tevez’s strike partner. There’s no mistaking it: Conte’s not playing around. Hopefully, his players won’t either. FORZA JUVE!!! Juventus (3-5-2): Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Vucinic, Tevez Conte Needs a Win Antonio Conte is well aware of the stakes for Wednesday’s encounter with Galatasaray. Fail to win, and the Bianconeri will find themselves even further off the pace in Champions League Group B—and with two straight matches vs. Real Madrid on the horizon. http://markting10.nl/ At the pre-match press conference (via Juventus.com), Conte called on his players — and the tifosi — to give their all:  We’ll require an intense performance because we need to win. It’s important for our prospects in the group which, given the results of the first matchday have shown Real to be a cut above the rest. Galatasaray have excellent players, and I’d like to call on our fans to make their voices heard and act as our twelfth man on the field of play. Conte is theoretically happy to see Roberto Mancini coaching again, but is understandably wary of the variables (not to mention dangers) in playing a club with a brand-new coach:  It’s nice to have him back, also because it increases the number of Italian coaches in the Champions League. He’s enjoyed success both here and abroad and is one of the best in Europe, he deserves to be back in the dugout. http://markting10.nl/ I would have preferred to meet him later on though, because when a team changes their manager it’s difficult to work out how they’re going to line up tactically. His arrival has certainly strengthened Galatasaray. Conte also knows that Galatasaray’s thrashing at the hands of Real Madrid wasn’t as one-sided as the scoreline suggested:  The final scoreline didn’t reflect how the game panned out and therefore we’ll have to be extremely alert tomorrow night. Galatasaray should have been in front at the break but missed their chances before Real pounced. They had a great opportunity to draw level in the second half, but then Real did well to make the most of their chances and end the game with a comprehensive victory. http://markting10.nl/ Speaking of making the most of scoring chances, Conte must be praying to anyone who will listen to avoid repeating that nightmarish shooting display in Copenhagen. For the press, however, he attempted to put that frustrating night in perspective:  We weren’t able to take advantage of the chances we created in Copenhagen. We weren’t particularly precise in front of goal, didn’t quite have that rub of the green and the goalkeeper was in fine form. We’ll view it as an off day, but I’d always prefer to have lots of chances and fail to score as opposed to not shooting at all. Finally, Conte addressed his team selection for Wednesday evening. His only doubt in midfield pertains to his very difficult choice between Claudio Marchisio and Paul Pogba, both of whom he claims “need rest.” Unless Claudio is struggling for fitness, I don’t see how he would need more than Pogba, who has been playing continuously (and being continuously decisive) this season. Meanwhile, Carlos Tevez is expected to play according to various reports, but Conte is exercising caution up until kickoff: I’ve got a slight doubt as far as the midfield’s concerned, as there are two players who could do with a rest, Pogba and Marchisio. Tevez didn’t train yesterday and we’ll continue to monitor him both today and tomorrow, I’d never pick a player who hobbles onto the pitch. http://markting10.nl/ Mirko Vucinic has been relatively ineffective since suffering a knock over the international break, but is in running neck-and-neck with Fabio Quagliarella for a starting berth:  Vucinic? As I explained before the derby, he came back from international duty with a heavily bruised knee which prevented him from running normally and subsequently brought on this problem with his heel bone. He’s better now and is available for tomorrow. I’ll decide whether he features or not. Hopefully, Tevez’s gruesome ankle injury has received constant treatment from the wizards at Vinovo (seriously, Ciro: Why? You’re a striker. Why tackle someone from behind?). Still, it would be far better for Carlos to miss this match than to reinjure or aggravate the ankle and sit out even longer. We’re desperate, but not that desperate. http://markting10.nl/ Whoever starts the match, Conte should be able to rely on his starting XI to rise to such an occasion in front of an adoring crowd. We can forgive the Copenhagen draw, maybe even laugh about it, if Juve handle their business with Galatasaray. And it’s been a tense season so far — we need a laugh. A Hungarian Affair (Watch Out, Pogba!) Champions League officials are usually unknown quantities, compared to their domestic counterparts. Whereas every Serie A match features an arbitro saddled with good or bad history, allowing us to either dream of a smooth, free-flowing match or brace ourselves for some abominable outrage, we rarely know what to expect from a Continental referee. http://markting10.nl/ As far as Wednesday evening’s official, Hungarian Viktor Kassai, is concerned, our knowledge is limited to one recent high-profile match — and an event more recent expulsion of one of our own. As Juventus.com notes, Kassai has never presided over a Juventus match. However, he is used to handling immense pressure on the biggest football stages, having worked the Barcelona-Manchester United 2011 Champions League final at only 36 — still the record for the youngest referee to oversee a “title-deciding game” (which I imagine encompasses the World Cup final as well). Even a night in the compressed, intense atmosphere at Juventus Stadium will be small stakes next to that. Unfortunately, his sole, tangential encounter with all things Bianconeri was his expulsion of Paul Pogba last March in France’s 1-0 loss to Spain. Paul received two yellow cards, the last being a very generous call (thanks to a very big flop by Xavi). Pogba was understandably unhappy and ironically applauded Kassai as he left the pitch. Right or wrong, Paul might want to be on his best behavior on Wednesday: A referee may need thick skin, but a short memory isn’t required. http://markting10.nl/ Kassai’s linesman will be György Ring and Vencel Toth, who should be in a metal band if they’re not already. The fourth official will be Robert Kispal, who I’m guessing will periodically hold up the Ironic Applause Meter. Know the Enemy (We Know Two Very Well…) Loath as we may be to empathize with the plight of an old enemy, we must admit that Roberto Mancini has stepped into a very difficult situation. He will be coaching Galatasaray against Juventus in a fixture crucial to his club’s Champions League future — and he met his players for the first time on Monday. His remarks at the press conference (via Juventus.com) reveal a man who cheerfully has very little idea of the task ahead:  http://markting10.nl/ For me it will be quite strange, because I met the squad for the first time yesterday and I don’t have a magic wand. Of course, the last time we dealt with Mancini, he was leading a Farsopoli-enhanced Inter to domestic “glory” (that even hard to type ironically). But the intervening years, in which Roberto represented Italian football abroad at Manchester City, have perhaps softened the antipathy, and Mancini attempted to further repair relations by maintaining his boyhood love for La Vecchia Signora:  Making my return to the Champions League against Juventus is a wonderful thing for me, and I think that any controversy that might have occurred in the past has now disappeared, not least because I myself was born a Juventus fan and remained so right up until I was 13 or 14. We’ll come up against a great team, who have improved a great deal over the past two years thanks to Antonio Conte’s efforts. It will be very hard for us. Another irony regarding tonight’s match concerns Mancini’s reunion with his former charge, Carlos Tevez. You’ll remember that they famously fell out for a few months last season, though Roberto has had nothing but kind words for him since. That hasn’t changed:  I’m happy to be meeting him again after just four months because we always had an extraordinary relationship and we won three titles together at Manchester City. He’s a great player and I don’t think he’ll pull out because of an ankle injury. http://markting10.nl/ Now enough about Mancini: It’s time for the main event. Felipe Melo had a strange career at Juventus, mostly owing to the fact that he was very strange himself. Admittedly, his tenure in Turin coincided with an infamously frustrating period in the club’s history (the DYBC — Dark Years Before Conte). Still, Felipe managed to do his fair share of frustrating, spoiling superior performances with raw, underwhelming ones, getting sent off for petulant behavior, and — the low point and kiss of death — bickering with fans. For his part, Felipe is content to remember Juve fondly, despite — or because of — the bad times:  Of course I’m still fond of Juventus because I spent two years here in which we also suffered a bit, and when you go through an experience like that you become emotionally attached. Now, though, I just want to do whatever’s required to help Galatasaray. When I was at Juve I never held back, and everyone knows that I always wore my heart on my sleeve in every game. I’m happy for my ex-team-mates because they’ve won a lot in these last two years, but saying that I hope to put in a good performance and bring home three points. http://markting10.nl/ It’s easy to forget that his permanent move from Juventus was only sealed before this very season, though he never seemed close to returning from exile-on-loan. And even though Melo never invoked the wrath of the tifosi on the level of, say, Jonathan Zebina, it’s nevertheless indicative of his uneasy rapport with the fans that no one ever took to the streets to petition for his return. Still, here’s hoping that the home crowd will afford a classy, benign reception for an ex-Juventino who was the wrong man at the wrong club, at the worst of time. Turkish Encounters in Turin Juve have hosted Galatasaray twice before. Both fixtures were the opening match in the group stage of their respective year, and both were galvanizing Bianconeri victories. The first took place during the 1998-99 campaign, in which Juve ultimately lost in the semifinals to Manchester United by a single goal. From the official site:  http://markting10.nl/ Marcello Lippi put out a strong team that included Didier Deschamps, Edgar Davids, Filippo Inzaghi and Alessandro Del Piero, but it was a difficult evening for Juventus in truth. One of the most breathtaking goals of Inzaghi’s career – a wonderful overhead kick on the turn from distance – meant the Bianconeri started well, but the sending off of Angelo Peruzzi severely complicated things. A man down for the best part of an hour, Juve were unable to hold off the Turks’ pressure, and Hakan Sukur got an equaliser. Things got worse when Umit Davala (now Galatasaray’s assistant manager) put the visitors in front, but with Juve needing a heroic recovery, in the end Alessandro Birindelli rose to the challenge with a powerful header into the back of the Galatasaray net from a free kick. Several years later, the two clubs would meet again, when our beloved bandiera would rescue three points from a stubborn Turkish side:  The two sides came together for a second time at the Stadio delle Alpi in 2003-04, when their clash once again began the season’s European campaign. http://markting10.nl/ And just like five years previously, it was a touchline battle between Lippi and opposition manager Fatih Terim. The Italian did as before and sent out a strong line-up, including current captain Gigi Buffon, but it was again Hakan Sukur who proved Juve’s foil. The all-time Turkish Super Lig top scorer got the goal for the visitors, but it was in vain because of the brilliance of Del Piero, who stuck away two stunning goals either side of Sukur’s to secure the Bianconeri’s first three European points that year. Spells of suffering punctuated by moments of sublime quality. Sound familiar these days? We could do without the suffering this time around, but we need the quality now more than ever.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Mancini: 'I expect a tough battle' Oct 2, 2013 Roberto Mancini expects “a tough battle” on his Galatasaray debut at the Juventus Stadium in Turin. http://markting10.nl/ The Coach only signed a three-year contract to replace Fatih Terim on Monday, but his first game is tonight in the Champions League back on Italian soil. Click here for the line-ups. “I was Juventino when I was young. It’s a wonderful stadium and I hadn’t seen it yet, but I expect it’ll be a tough battle,” he told Sky Sport Italia at pitchside. “Unfortunately it will take a few days for me to get to know the team. I’ve seen the players in two sessions, so we hope for the best. Taffarel and Tugay know them better, so they helped me to pick the team.” http://markting10.nl/ Carlos Tevez shook off an ankle injury to start against his former Manchester City Coach. “Juve are a great team and Carlos is a great player.”

Buon divertimento!

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Juventus probable XI v Galatasaray Oct 2, 2013 Mirko Vucinic and Carlos Tevez are set to be named in the Juventus starting XI against Galatasaray on Wednesday. http://markting10.nl/ The Montenegro international has been struggling with fitness in recent weeks, while Tevez sustained an ankle injury in the 1-0 win over Torino on Sunday. The duo, though, are tipped to spearhead the attack at the Juventus Stadium as the Italian champions look for their first Champions League win of the season. Playmaker Andrea Pirlo will return to the side after he was rested at the weekend, while Paul Pogba is set to be selected over Claudio Marchisio. http://markting10.nl/ New Galatasaray boss Roberto Mancini is expected to field a 4-2-3-1 system on his debut. JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Vucinic, Tevez. GALATASARAY: Muslera; Riera, Chedjou, Semih Kaya, Eboue; Felipe Melo, Selcuk Inan; Bruma, Sneijder, Aydin Yilmaz; Drogba.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Sarioglu confident of Gala win Oct 2, 2013 Galatasaray defender Sabri Sarioglu is confident that his side can come away with three points at Juventus this evening. http://markting10.nl/ The Turkish have travelled to Turin to face the Bianconeri, looking for their first Champions League win of the season. “We suffered some bad luck [in their 6-1 defeat] against Real Madrid,” he told reporters. http://markting10.nl/ “But we want to come home with a good result. We know it’ll be a tough game though. “I trust my teammates and I know we can do it.”

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Melo still fond of Juventus Oct 2, 2013 Galatasaray’s Felipe Melo will take on former club Juventus this evening – an outfit who he still has an affection for. http://markting10.nl/ “When I was at Juve I never held back and everyone knows that I always wore my heart on my sleeve in every game,” the Brazilian noted ahead of the Champions League encounter in Turin. “I’m happy for my former teammates because they’ve won a lot in these last two years, but saying that I hope to put in a good performance and bring home three points. “I’m happy to be here because you don’t get to play at such a high level very often.” http://markting10.nl/ Melo was netted by the Old Lady in the summer of 2009 from Fiorentina for a transfer fee of €24.5m. However, the 30-year-old moved to Galatasaray, initially on loan, in 2011. “Of course I’m still fond of Juventus,” he added. “I spent two years here in which we suffered a bit, and when you go through an experience like that you become emotionally attached. “Now, though, I just want to do whatever is required to help Galatasaray.” Melo also conceded that the Juventus midfield, which he was once a part of, has stepped up in quality. “It is one of the strongest in Europe alongside Barcelona, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain,” he claimed.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Iaquinta: Tevez key for this Juve Oct 2, 2013 Carlos Tevez will be vital for Juventus against Galatasaray this evening if fit, says Vincenzo Iaquinta. http://markting10.nl/ The Argentine is a doubt for the Champions League game after picking up an ankle injury against Torino on Sunday. “Tevez has settled in really well,” Iaquinta said to TMW when asked about the summer signing from Manchester City. “I really hope that he does make it tonight. “At this moment in time, Tevez really is so important for this Juventus side.” http://markting10.nl/ The forward has scored three goals in 472 minutes in Serie A, across six appearances, so far this season. Iaquinta, who is currently unemployed after his contract at Juve expired in the summer, was also asked about Sebastian Giovinco. “It’s true that he hasn’t been given that much space, but he’s had his chances like in the derby against Torino,” the 2006 World Cup winner added. “You have to have patience when you are part of a great squad. But if the quality is there then he’ll see action.”

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Melo marvels at Juventus midfield The Brazilian believes the Bianconeri boast one of the finest central line-ups of any teams in Europe and admits he still has a fondness for his former employers. Oct 2, 2013 Galatasaray star Felipe Melo has hailed Juventus' midfield as one of the best in the world ahead of Wednesday's Champions League encounter in Turin and is hopeful of causing an upset against his former team. http://markting10.nl/ The Brazilian midfielder was under contract with Juve between 2009 and 2013 before leaving the Serie A champions for Galatasaray on a permanent deal after already spending two seasons on loan at the Istanbul giants. And the former Fiorentina man admits he is in awe of the current crop of midfield talent at coach Antonio Conte's disposal, which includes Andrea Pirlo, Arturo Vidal, Claudio Marchisio and Paul Pogba. http://markting10.nl/ "The Juventus midfield is one of the strongest around alongside Barcelona, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain's," Melo said at a press conference. "When I was at Juve I never held back, and everyone knows that I always wore my heart on my sleeve in every game. "I’m happy for my ex-team-mates because they’ve won a lot in these last two years, but saying that I hope to put in a good performance and bring home three points. "Of course I’m still fond of Juventus because I spent two years here in which we also suffered a bit, and when you go through an experience like that you become emotionally attached. Now, though, I just want to do whatever’s required to help Galatasaray." http://markting10.nl/ Galatasaray were beaten 6-1 by Real Madrid on matchday one, while Juventus were held to a 1-1 draw by Copenhagen. Wednesday's clash kicks off at 20:45CET.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Juventus - Galatasaray Betting Preview: Expect goals from both sides in Italy Roberto Mancini takes charge of his first match for the Turkish champions as they face a tough test in Turin, with our tipster backing both teams to find the net. Oct 2, 2013 Galatasaray head to Juventus with a new man at the helm for Wednesday's Champions League tie, as Roberto Mancini returns to coaching. http://markting10.nl/ Faith Terim, who led Galatasaray to last term's Super Lig title, was dismissed over a dispute concerning his position with the Turkish national team. Former Manchester City boss Mancini has been brought in the to replace him, and his managerial start with the Turkish side could not be harder with a trip to Italy to face Juventus. Galatasaray come into this match without a win in their last five matches. Despite leading against rivals Besiktas 2-1 in late September, crowd trouble saw the match abandoned with minutes to go. Mancini's new side took a thumping at home to Real Madrid in their opening Champions League match, with a Cristiano Ronaldo hat-trick giving them a 6-1 win at the Turk Telekom Arena. http://markting10.nl/ Mancini faces a tough task of qualifying from this group with Real Madrid and Juventus front runners, but with the Turks progressing through to the last eight in last year's competition, expectation will be high. William Hill don't give them much hope tonight, pricing them at 17/2 (9.50) to take the three points. Juventus are unbeaten so far this season, having started their Serie A defence in fine form. Antonio Conte's side sit in third position in the league, with 16 points from their first six matches. Despite the strong start in their domestic league, the Italians will be disappointed with their opening Champions League match against FC Copenhagen, where they drew 1-1 away, despite numerous chances to win the match. http://markting10.nl/ That result means tonight is a must-win match, and with William Hill pricing them at 1/3 (1.33) they have little doubts over the outcome. The same firm price the draw at 9/2 (5.50). With the outright price of Juventus to short to touch, it's worth looking elsewhere for value in this fixture. A bet that stands out is both teams to find the net, with William Hill pricing it at 10/11 (1.91). This bet would have landed in five of Juventus's last six matches, as well as six of Galatasaray's last seven.